Vivitar 400mm f/5.6 Auto -Telephoto
4.2
(2 reviews)Optical: 4.0
Mechanical: 4.3
Value: 4.3
Focal Length
400mm
Aperture
f/5.6-32
Mount
Canon FD, FDn, M42, Nikon DX, Nikon FX, Pentax K
Weight
1200g
Vivitar 400mm f/5.6 Auto -Telephoto is a manual focus ultra telephoto lens for full frame cameras.
Optical design
Not the best in low light conditions but the lack of high aperture can be compensated with higher iso Has 6 aperture blades, this number of blades are commonly used. Having rounded blades provides out of focus circle shape closer to a circle.Physical characteristics
With a lens filter diameter of 77 mm this lens deserves a good quality filter, this is commonly filter size, offers a wide range of filter options. Weights 1200 grams so it is a heavy lens, consider using its own lens bag. 280 mm long, with this size carry only if you use it.Vivitar 400mm f/5.6 Auto -Telephoto purchase history
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Purchases (3)
- Aug 13, 2022$21.00
- May 7, 2022$100.00
- Apr 23, 2022$24.00
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What is the Vivitar 400mm f/5.6 Auto -Telephoto?
Vivitar 400mm f/5.6 Auto -Telephoto is a camera lens with 400mm focal length, a maximum aperture of f/5.6/32, for the Canon FD, FDn, M42, Nikon DX, Nikon FX, Pentax K mount, supporting the Full frame format, weighing 1200g.
Prices and availability are sourced from eBay sold listings and live auctions at request time.
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Technical Specifications
Optical
Focal Length400mm
Aperturef/5.6-32
Min Focus Distance6.1m
FocusingManual Focus
Physical
Weight1200g
Length280mm
Filter Thread77mm
MountCanon FD, FDn, M42, Nikon DX, Nikon FX, Pentax K
FormatFull frame
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Reviews
László Szilágyi4.4/5
Reviewer did not give any comments for Vivitar 400mm f/5.6 Auto -Telephoto
László Szilágyi4.0/5
Reviewer did not give any comments for Vivitar 400mm f/5.6 Auto -Telephoto
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Vivitar 400mm f/5.6 Auto -Telephoto?
Vivitar 400mm f/5.6 Auto -Telephoto is a camera lens with 400mm focal length, a maximum aperture of f/5.6/32, for the Canon FD, FDn, M42, Nikon DX, Nikon FX, Pentax K mount, supporting the Full frame format, weighing 1200g.
What mount is the Vivitar 400mm f/5.6 Auto -Telephoto compatible with?
Vivitar 400mm f/5.6 Auto -Telephoto uses a Canon FD, FDn, M42, Nikon DX, Nikon FX, Pentax K mount and supports the Full frame format.
How much does the Vivitar 400mm f/5.6 Auto -Telephoto cost?
Based on recent eBay sold listings the Vivitar 400mm f/5.6 Auto -Telephoto typically sells for around $19.79. Actual prices vary with condition and seller.
Is the Vivitar 400mm f/5.6 Auto -Telephoto a good lens?
Vivitar 400mm f/5.6 Auto -Telephoto has a community rating of 4.2/5 from 2 review(s).
Which lenses are similar to the Vivitar 400mm f/5.6 Auto -Telephoto?
Similar lenses include Bushnell 400mm f/6.3, Canon FDn 300mm f/2.8 L, Canon FDn 300mm f/4.
Current Pricing
Latest Price
€80.00
Review Summary
Overall Rating
4.0
Optical4.0/5
Mechanical4.3/5
Value4.3/5
Bokeh3.8/5
Usability4.0/5
Based on 4 reviewers